Jfs And Associates

Back AP/AR Specialist
Accounting Apopka , FL Direct Hire Aug 19, 2026

Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Apopka, FL 32703
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm (with flexibility)
Compensation: $29.00/hr - $36.00/hr
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k + 4% match, PTO, 6 paid Holidays

Sanford Rose - JFSPartners is seeking an experienced Construction Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist for a well-established and growing construction organization in Central Florida. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with strong construction industry experience who can take ownership of both payables and receivables while partnering with the broader accounting team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a high-volume environment, managing multiple projects, communicating with vendors and customers, and ensuring financial information is accurate and up to date.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day accounting activities across both accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Review, code, process, and track invoices, vendor payments, and subcontractor pay applications.
• Maintain accurate vendor accounts and work directly with suppliers and subcontractors to resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Coordinate customer invoicing and follow up on outstanding balances to support healthy cash flow.
• Review receivables aging and take appropriate action on past-due accounts.
• Apply incoming customer payments accurately and investigate unapplied or mismatched funds.
• Manage construction-related documentation, including lien releases, waivers, and subcontractor compliance requirements.
• Support 1099 preparation and other year-end vendor reporting activities.
• Perform regular account reconciliations, including AP, AR, and intercompany balances.
• Assist with monthly and annual close activities and ensure assigned deadlines are met.
• Prepare reports and financial information related to payables, receivables, cash requirements, collections, and vendor obligations.
• Work alongside the Controller and accounting team during audits and financial reporting activities.
• Help strengthen accounting procedures, controls, and documentation while identifying opportunities to streamline or automate processes.
• Maintain accurate transaction records and ensure company accounting policies are consistently followed.
• Manage a high volume of activity across multiple construction projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive AP/AR experience within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals and internal controls.
• Familiarity with construction accounting practices and project-based financial activity.
• Understanding of AIA billing, progress billing, retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance.
• Experience handling multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with accounting/ERP systems.
• Experience with ComputerEase or another construction-focused accounting platform is a plus.
• Exposure to intercompany transactions and reconciliations preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build productive relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.